The Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival 2026, running from October 29 to November 1 at the Central Harbourfront Event Space and Tamar Park, returns with its most ambitious lineup yet. Organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, the four-day event gathers Michelin-starred restaurants, luxury hotel kitchens, heritage local brands, and a dedicated wine programme, cementing its status as the city’s flagship food-and-drink gathering. Ticket prices remain accessible at HK$40 general admission, with concessions for seniors, students, and children.
A Grand Stage for Culinary Stars
This year’s headline attraction is the American Express Gourmet Club, a dedicated zone that assembles more than 15 Michelin stars and multiple Black Pearl awards under one tent. Highlights include a collaboration between three-starred Fook Lam Moon and Garden Bakery serving an abalone burger, and Ming Court offering a 15-year aged liquor foie gras. First-time participant Henderson Land marks its 50th anniversary with the “Henderson 50 Taste Space,” bringing together 12 acclaimed restaurants and bars — from Tang’s 50-year aged pu-erh bubble waffle to CulinArt 1862’s M9 wagyu sliders.
Hotels Raise the Bar
Twenty-six hotels set up booths this year, offering bite-sized versions of their signature dishes. Marriott Bonvoy presents its largest “A Table of Tastes” experience, featuring deep-well roasted goose gua bao and Sichuan-spiced M5 wagyu. Hyatt groups four Hong Kong properties into one booth, serving everything from braised beef cheek masala to classic Hainanese chicken rice. Kerry Hotel Kowloon makes its festival debut with Shang Palace’s baked crab shell and a mentaiko baguette. 8°Harbour Hotel returns with award-winning desserts like mango napoleon alongside grilled lamb chops and duck liver with truffle sauce.
Local Flavours with a Twist
Maxim’s Group celebrates its 70th anniversary by reimagining street-food classics: “Shaoxing Wine Wonton” infuses a traditional broth with floral rice wine, while “Orange Egg Custard” revives a retro dim sum favourite. Heritage brand Kung Lee, famous for its pressed sugarcane drink, teams up with cocktail purveyor Ja Ja Emperor to offer sugarcane and monk fruit-infused cocktails alongside their classic sugarcane juice. The Ice Cream & Cookie Co. appears for the first time with cookie-fries and ice-cream croissant cups that double as photo-friendly treats.
Coffee, Sweets, and Surprises
A new Coffee Village zone caters to caffeine lovers, with live music and DJ sets creating a laid-back afternoon atmosphere. Soul Coffee offers low-sugar lattes and matcha drinks, while Makiko serves a coffee-beer hybrid topped with cheesecake and caramel. An Kee Kitchen returns with free dried abalone vouchers and an inventive “XO Cognac Buddha Jumps Over the Wall Flying Noodles,” available at promotional ticket prices.
Wine Experiences Not to Miss
Free Yellow Hour Wine Parties run at sunset, offering limited-edition Bordeaux and Burgundy pours. Over 20 masterclasses by wine experts are held in the Premium Wine Zone, and the “Ring the Bell” promotion lets guests sample high-end selections — from aged Moutai to Champagne — at discounted ticket rates. Three guided wine walk routes, led by sommeliers, help visitors explore regions from France to Argentina.
Plan Your Visit
Admission at the gate is HK$40, with half-price for seniors aged 65+, children aged 3–12, full-time students, and visitors with disabilities. Children under 3 enter free. Online pre-purchase via Trip.com waives the entry fee: a Premium Wine Pass (HK$558) includes 16 tasting tickets, a keepsake glass, and access to the premium lounge; a Discovery Pass (HK$258) offers 8 tickets and a glass. Masterclasses and wine walks can be booked on-site with tasting tickets.
As Hong Kong cements its reputation as Asia’s culinary capital, the Wine & Dine Festival continues to blend global excellence with local soul. Whether you are chasing Michelin stars or casual street bites, the event offers a rare chance to taste the city’s diversity — all against the backdrop of Victoria Harbour.